Monday, July 25, 2016

Favorite Places in Flagstaff, Arizona

UPDATED 11/2/2017: Yes, I know, I live here and I have yet to post my favorite places in Flagstaff. But since I'm on the road about 200 days a year, I guess that's to be expected! Lately, I've crossed paths with a few people from other communities asking for my recommendations in Flagstaff, so here they are!

Formerly The Cottage Place, this is a reboot by Chef Scott Heinonen, my favorite chef in Flagstaff. Delicious French bistro food, impeccable service, and a lovely setting. Definitely the place to go for a special occasion.

My (out of date) review is here. They have three properties--Tinderbox Kitchen is a small, higher end dining room, The Annex is a creative cocktail bar, and the Tourist Home Urban Market is a breakfast/lunch place. General Manager Kevin Heinonen and his team are a very dedicated team!

Where Pluto was discovered! Check out the restored Clark Telescope. Open both day and night--I suggest doing both if you have time. I adore this place, and it's not just because I used to work there. It speaks to my nerdiness.

We have four national parks within easy driving distance: Walnut Canyon, Sunset Crater, Wupatki and the Grand Canyon, of course. Get an Interagency Annual Pass and you'll get your money's worth right away.

About My Restaurants

I'm on the road a lot and I love to eat where I travel. I'm looking for experiences that are iconic of the place I'm in, whether upscale or down home. Whether it's five star restaurants or food trucks, I'll try it! In general, the restaurants featured on this blog are places I've dined more than once, so that I know it wasn't a fluke.